Stylish Sweats?

Early this year I was flipping through one of my magazines and I spied Stella McCartney wearing sweatpants to a fashion show.  She dressed them up with some great shoes and a blazer, but I was still not convinced.  I have been known to be fairly experimental with my clothing.  I don't jump on all of the trends, but I like to think I have an eye for what will be chic for more than five minutes, and I go with it.  But, sweatpants?  I cannot allow myself to jump on this idea.  Believe me, I love a great pair of sweatpants; the ones that make you feel so cozy you could sleep for days.  I've been know to spend all of Sunday in those bad mammer jammers.  But, will I be clubbing in them, or attending a fancy dinner or party dressed so.  I think not.  This is one trend that I must say "No" to.  So, I thought all of this months ago when I spotted that pic, and dismissed the idea.  Until now.  I recently received the new Instyle magazine, and inside there is a feature on how to "offset their relaxed air with tailored separates and eye-catching accessories."  Oh dear me.  What do you think?

Photo found in Instyle magazine, September 2010